For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,642 students in 45449, OH (there are 3 private schools, serving 427 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 45449, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 45449, OH are Harry Russell Elementary School, Bauer Primary School and West Carrollton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 45449 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 45449, OH have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45449, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harry Russell Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
123 Elementary Dr
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 859-5121
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 859-5121
Gr: 4 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Bauer Primary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
701 N. Springboro Pike
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 434-9191
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 434-9191
Gr: K-2 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
West Carrollton High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5833 Student St
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 859-5121
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 859-5121
Gr: 9-12 | 846 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
West Carrollton Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
424 E Main St
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 859-5121
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 859-5121
Gr: 7-8 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Miami Valley Academies
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5656 Springboro Pike
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 294-4522
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 294-4522
Gr: K-8 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
510 E Pease Ave
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 859-5121
Dayton, OH 45449
(937) 859-5121
Gr: PK-1 | 657 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 45449, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 45449, OH include Harry Russell Elementary School, Bauer Primary School and West Carrollton High School.
How many public schools are located in 45449?
6 public schools are located in 45449.
What percentage of students in 45449 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 45449 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 45449?
45449 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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